The Hustle Daily Show AI Update: Apple’s Siri delay, the AI tools you’re missing and more
Mar 17, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Matt Wolfe, host of The Next Wave podcast and an AI expert, sheds light on Apple's struggles in the AI landscape, particularly the delays with Siri. He explores the rising trend of AI-generated art and the implications it has for the industry. The conversation also dives into innovative AI tools enhancing productivity and examines the fierce competition among major players in the AI sector. Additionally, air taxis are set to debut in the UK, heralding a new wave of transportation.
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AI Art Auctions: Beyond Simple Prompts
- AI art auctions, like Christie's, feature complex pieces requiring effort and diverse tools.
- It's not simply prompting an image; artists like Rafiq Anadol and Claire Silver demonstrate depth.
AI in Hollywood: Accentuating and Replacing
- The film The Brutalist used AI to refine an actor's accent, causing some debate.
- Tools like Wonder Studio can replace actors with AI characters, like Gollum or Caesar, but acting remains human-driven.
AI Agents: Research Assistants, Not Replacements
- OpenAI's specialized AI agents, costing $2,000-$20,000/month, target large research institutions.
- They're designed to augment research capabilities, not replace scientists.